The intersection of gaming, blockchain, and cryptoassets is an exciting yet complex space, buzzing with innovation and riddled with regulatory uncertainties. This blog dives into the current landscape, exploring the intricate links between e-money regulations, token reward schemes, collective investment schemes, gambling and how they interact with gaming. The Regulatory Rollercoaster First, let’s acknowledge the […]
The dawn of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, and gene editing brings unparalleled advancements, but also casts a looming shadow of uncertainty. In the UK, a vital question hangs heavy: who is liable when things go wrong? Are existing legal frameworks equipped to handle the ethical and legal repercussions of these complex tools? […]
Fast fashion giant Shein is facing a lawsuit from Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo over claims that Shein copied Uniqlo’s viral shoulder bag. The bag, which has been trending on TikTok and promoted by influencers, is a simple canvas tote with a drawstring closure. Uniqlo is seeking an injunction to prevent Shein from selling the bag and is also asking […]
Minority shareholders, often overshadowed by their majority counterparts, have long faced challenges in protecting their interests. But a recent landmark ruling in the UK case of Ntzegkoutanis v Kimionis offers a glimmer of hope. This blog examines the significance of this decision and its potential impact on the landscape of corporate governance. Unfairly Prejudiced? A […]
Have you seen the movie ‘Green Card’? Released in 1990, it is a romantic comedy telling the tale of an American woman, Bronte (Andie McDowell) and a Frenchman, Georges (Gérard Depardieu) who enter into a sham marriage so Georges can obtain a Green Card to remain in America. The couple must sit through a nerve-racking […]
The cryptocurrency world can sometimes be perceived as the ‘Wild West’ of finance, but the world of digital currencies just made a major stride into the mainstream with the introduction of Bitcoin ETF. This historic move has Wall Street scrambling to saddle up and ordinary investors wondering if it’s time to dive into the digital […]
Someone once quipped that buying a boat is the equivalent of standing in a shower, ripping up hundred-pound notes. The witty remark was, of course, referring to a small jet boat – anyone who has ever owned a yacht knows that in all likelihood a zero (or three) ought to be added to the notes […]
Fact: Car accidents are responsible for killing or seriously injuring someone every 16 minutes in the UK. The statistics are shocking but unfortunately, it is a reality for road users. Due to the high rate of accidents, this means there will be a similar rate of accident claims being pursued in courts. If you have been involved […]
“Where there’s a hit, there’s a writ”. This popular industry maxim refers to the fact that as soon as a singer has made a reasonable amount of money, someone out there will launch a lawsuit claiming unpaid royalties, copyright infringement, bootlegging and the like. Artists and tech creatives take an enormous chance when they get […]
